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Field Research Safety
Working in field environments is a vital part of research and education at the University of Maryland. The dynamic nature of field settings requires that field researchers appropriately plan for potential hazards and emergencies.
Not sure where to start? Reach out to us at (301) 405-2070 and schedule a consultation, we are ready to assist with all of your field safety needs.



Course Field Trips
Check out our guidance and tools for instructors taking students off-campus on field trips on our Course Field Trips page.


Incidents and Reporting
Review information about managing and reporting incidents on our Incidents and Reporting page.

Field Safety in the News
Read recent articles covering incidents involving field researchers on our Field Safety in the News page.

Additional Resources
Dig deeper in our Additional Resources page which has university contact information, online resources, and reading recommendations.